graf1x

GoldenRod and Green

Contrasting color combination with 2.30:1 contrast ratio

#DAA520
#008000

Color Values

GoldenRod
HEX #DAA520
RGB 218, 165, 32
HSL 43, 74%, 49%
Green
HEX #008000
RGB 0, 128, 0
HSL 120, 100%, 25%

Harmony: Contrasting

These colors sit far enough apart on the wheel to create clear contrast without falling into a named harmony. The pairing works through difference rather than relationship, which suits designs that want variety over cohesion.

The hue angle between GoldenRod and Green is 77 degrees. You can explore these relationships interactively in our Color Wheel Tool.

WCAG Contrast

2.30:1
GoldenRod background with Green text
Below AA — decorative use only

UI Preview

GoldenRod surface

Sample text on a goldenrod background demonstrates readability and visual hierarchy.

Green surface

Sample text on a green background demonstrates readability and visual hierarchy.

Design Tokens

CSS Variables

:root {
  --color-a: #DAA520;
  --color-b: #008000;
  --color-a-rgb: 218, 165, 32;
  --color-b-rgb: 0, 128, 0;
}

JSON

{
  "name": "GoldenRod and Green",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "GoldenRod",
      "hex": "#DAA520",
      "rgb": [
        218,
        165,
        32
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "Green",
      "hex": "#008000",
      "rgb": [
        0,
        128,
        0
      ]
    }
  ],
  "harmony": "Contrasting",
  "contrastRatio": 2.3
}

Explore These Colors

Frequently Asked Questions

Do goldenrod and green go together?

Yes. GoldenRod and Green form a contrasting color combination. These colors sit far enough apart on the wheel to create clear contrast without falling into a named harmony. The pairing works through difference rather than relationship, which suits designs that want variety over cohesion. The pairing has a WCAG contrast ratio of 2.30:1, which is below the AA threshold for text — use it for decorative purposes rather than text readability.

What is the contrast ratio between goldenrod and green?

The WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio between GoldenRod (#DAA520) and Green (#008000) is 2.30:1. This ratio is below AA. Use the pairing for backgrounds, borders, and decorative elements rather than text-on-background combinations.

How do I use goldenrod and green in design?

A safe starting point is the 60/30/10 rule: give one color about 60 percent of the surface area, the other about 30 percent, and reserve the remaining 10 percent for an accent or neutral. If one color is significantly darker, use it for text or structural elements and the lighter one for backgrounds. Test the result with our Contrast Checker if text is involved.

What are the hex and RGB values for goldenrod and green?

GoldenRod has the hex code #DAA520 and RGB values rgb(218, 165, 32). Green has the hex code #008000 and RGB values rgb(0, 128, 0). You can copy these directly into CSS or use the design tokens provided on this page.